Asked by
Ashley Webster
on Dec 07, 2024Verified
To enter the vascular cylinder, water and dissolved minerals must move through ____.
A) conducting tubes of phloem
B) conducting tubes of xylem
C) cytoplasm of endodermal cells
D) cell walls of the endodermis
E) the Casparian strip
Vascular Cylinder
Of a plant root, central column that consists of vascular tissue, pericycle, and supporting cells.
Endodermal Cells
Cells originating from the innermost layer of the embryo, which give rise to the lining of the digestive and respiratory systems.
Casparian Strip
A band of cell wall material found in the roots of plants, acting as a barrier to the passive flow of substances.
- Explain the mechanisms by which plants absorb minerals and transport water.
Verified Answer
GR
Learning Objectives
- Explain the mechanisms by which plants absorb minerals and transport water.